A child’s brain does not work on it’s own. Brain development and regulation depend on nutrient availability, healthy digestion, stable blood sugar, immune health, inflammation load and nervous system capacity.
When these foundations are compromised, the brain has to work harder, and challenges often show up as difficulties with regulation, learning, sleep, attention, or emotional resilience.
Nutrition plays a central role in supporting these systems. when the body is better nourished, the brain can develop, regulate, and function at it’s best.
Nutrition as a foundation
Many families arrive here after trying behaviour strategies, therapies, or educational supports — and while these can be helpful, they often work best when the brain is well nourished.
At Well Nourished Kids, nutrition is treated as a core foundation, not a side consideration.
This work focuses on:
• identifying nutritional gaps and stressors
• strengthening digestion and nutrient absorption
• supporting brain chemistry through food and targeted nutrients
• reducing physiological stress on the nervous system
The goal is not perfection.
The goal is capacity.
My child is struggling with…
How we can help
Developmental Delays
• speech or language delays
• motor coordination challenges
• learning difficulties or slower processing
• developmental plateaus
Brain development requires fuel. Nutrition support provides the raw materials needed for neural communication, energy production, and cognitive development.
AUTISM
If your child experiences:
• digestive issues or discomfort
• sensory driven eating patterns
• emotional dysregulation or meltdowns
• sleep challenges or fatigue
• behaviours that fluctuate with food or routine
Many neurodivergent children experience whole-body stress that affects how the brain functions day to day. Nutrition support aims to reduce that load and strengthen the foundations for regulation and resilience.
This work does not aim to change who your child is.
It supports how their body and brain work together.
Attention, Focus & Self-Regulation Challenges
• difficulty sustaining attention
• impulsivity or emotional reactivity
• energy crashes or constant grazing
• strong cravings or reliance on quick carbs
Nutrition plays a direct role in attention and regulation. Support focuses on blood sugar stability, protein and fat balance, and nutrients that support executive function and emotional regulation.
Meet Andreea Calapod, BSc
I’m a Functional Nutrition Consultant specializing in kids brain health and development.
My work centres on the understanding that children’s brains are shaped by the body as a whole. Nutrition, digestion, immune function, energy production, and nervous system balance all play a role in how a child develops, regulates, and copes with daily demands.
Many families I work with have children who are neurodivergent, or experiencing developmental differences. Parents often notice challenges with regulation, focus, sleep, digestion, or learning and want to understand diet and nutrition nutrition may be contributing.
Nutrition provides the raw materials the brain needs to develop and function. When nutritional needs are not fully met, or when digestion and metabolism are under strain, symptoms can become more pronounced. Supporting the body through appropriate nourishment can help reduce that load and support overall functioning.
My approach is nutrition-led, individualised, and grounded in physiology.
Rather than using one-size-fits-all plans, I look at each child’s unique needs, including diet patterns, digestive function, nutrient status, and daily demands on the nervous system. Nutrition is used as a foundation to support the systems the brain depends on.
This work does not aim to change a diagnosis or a child’s identity. It aims to support the body so the brain has the capacity it needs to develop, regulate, and engage.
Andreea Calapod,
BSc (Hons) in Psychology, Certified Functional Nutrition Consultant, Neuromindfulness® Coach Certification, further education in Brain Health ( The Neuroscience Academy), Neufeld Institute – Intensive I : Making sense of Kids (Attachment-based developmental approach)
This is for your if:
You know your child could feel calmer and more capable, but something deeper might be holding them back.
Working with me – 1:1 Family Support
What we’ll do together:
We identify and repair root causes in child’s gut, diet and nervous system.
Create a simple, nourishing meal and lifestyle swaps that actually work for your family.
Bring clarity and confidence to your daily choices by understanding your child’s unique needs.
learn evidence-based ways to support digestion, mood, focus, and sleep.
Build resilience and rhythm i your family through calm, consistent habits.
What’s included:
Initial Consultation (90 mins) where we take a deep dive into your child’s health history, nutrition and daily rhythm to find the true root causes. You’ll leave with clarity and a personalised action plan.
Follow up Sessions (60 mins) where we review progress, refine your plan and create routines that stick.
Ongoing Support – WhatsApp access between sessions for brief check-ins and updates, so you never feel alone in this process.